This author crafts immersive fantasy worlds brimming with magic and adventure, drawing readers into epic narratives. Her style is characterized by rich description and the ability to weave suspenseful plots that explore the boundaries of good and evil. Through her works, she delves into the depths of human imagination, offering readers unique escapes into realms of wonder.
Set in the enchanting world of Ithrea, this special 20th anniversary edition features a limited hardback format that includes a new original story, "The Light of Armath." Fans will reunite with beloved characters such as Morpeth and the witch Dragwena, adding depth and excitement to the existing narrative. This edition not only celebrates the original tale but also expands the universe, making it a must-have for both new readers and long-time fans.
As a child, Carrie was abandoned by her mother. Suzanna let go of her hand, and just walked away.Little girls don’t forget things like that.Now, Suzanna is back. She wants forgiveness. She wants to make it up to Carrie.But what will happen when they enter the Silent Valley? These short stories, written specifically for struggling readers, are designed to captivate the reader and pull them into the story, rewarding them with rich, descriptive language.
When her gran dies, Jess inherits Twigs - a talking cockatoo. Huge and hilarious, Twigs is Jess's best friend and, now she's starting at a new school, Jess needs a friend more than ever.But - Squawwwwk! - Twigs is noisy, and he's pushing Jess's dad to breaking point. Jess promised her gran she'd take care of Twigs, but can she make the new friends she needs to save the bird she loves?A story about the power of friendship.
A monster's out there... Only one girl can stop it. But will love get in the way?It's a difficult time for fifteen-year-old Savannah Grey - she's settled into her latest foster placement, but her body is acting oddly.Then other strange things begin to happen. Birds behave erratically; gusts of wind blow leaves so fiercely they seem to lure people away. And Savannah discovers she has supernatural powers.Only new boy Reece Gandolfo thinks Savannah's powers are a special gift. No wonder she's attracted to him. But there's another force that wants to lure Savannah from safety into danger...
When he and his mother move into an farmhouse in the English countryside, twelve-year-old Jack discovers he can communicate with ghosts and establishes a relationship with a spirit that threatens to destroy both his mother and himself. Reprint.
The bestselling fantasy trilogy, THE DOOMSPELL, THE SCENT OF MAGIC and THE WIZARD'S PROMISE in one magical volume. Rachel and Eric are hurtled to a terrifying place. Like thousands of other children before them, they have been snatched away by the Witch. But she has met her match. Rachel and Eric discover they have astonishing powers. Rachel is a spellmaker who can fly, change shape and scent magic across other lands and oceans. Eric is a destroyer of spells. Together they embark on a journey from which there may be no return. The Witch will stop at nothing to enslave them and destroy her old adversaries the Wizards. The fate of all children lies in the balance - will Rachel and Eric save them, or will the Witch finally triumph? Cliff McNish's dazzling storytelling makes each page compulsive reading
The Roar is getting closer and closer to the earth, ready to attack, her hungry newborn in the waiting. Alongside the silver child Milo, who is hovering protectively over them, Helen, Thomas, Walter, the twins and litte Jenny lead the children of Coldharbour in the battle against the Roar. Meanwhile, Carnac threatens from below, but the Unearthers, with drills for hands, stand ready for him. And the Protector under the oceans is on the children's side, bringing its wisdom and strength to bear on the battle. Cliff McNish brings the magical SILVER SEQUENCE to a thrilling conclusion in this atmospheric fantasy.
The children drawn to Coldharbour prepare to battle a terrifying force headed their way